When you thought you had seen it all before and there was nothing new under the sun, along comes an innovation that has you scratching your head and wondering, “why didn’t I think of that?” Black Sheep Innovations, a Switzerland-based company, has unveiled a groundbreaking innovation in pick-up storage design: hidden taillight drawers. The Rear…
All-New 180-Degree Awnings from Eezi-Awn
Equipt Expedition Outfitters has recently announced the release of their latest product line, the Eezi-Awn Dragonfly awning. As the exclusive distributor of Eezi-Awn in the US, the company has once again cemented its position as an industry leader in high-quality vehicle expedition equipment. The Dragonfly is a lightweight and user-friendly roll-up bag awning that offers…
2004 Mitsubishi Fuso 4WD Dump Truck Camper
One sunny day in Oaxaca de Juárez, Mexico, a vehicle rolled into camp. It stood out from the crowd despite being surrounded by every shape and size of overland vehicle imaginable. The Fuso, bearing the license plate “I’m Gone,” drew us in with its charm and character. We had to say hello and find out…
Tune Outdoor Launches Innovative Lightweight Truck Camper, The Tune M1
Tune Outdoor is the new kid on the block, and the Denver, Colorado-based company has just introduced its flagship product, the Tune M1 camper topper. The Tune M1 is an innovative entry in the growing lightweight truck camper market; designed with simplicity and practicality, Tune Outdoor asserts that the M1 boasts an exceptional, industry-best weight-to-space…
Lost and Found in Alaska
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2023 Issue. The road has been our home for the last six years. During that time, we’ve relished getting to know the intimate details of North America through its winding dirt roads and small towns. Like any travelers, we have goals and bucket list…
Overland Exchange Launches Off-Road Exclusive Online Auction Marketplace
A new online auction marketplace, Overland Exchange, is set to revolutionize the overland vehicle market by providing a secure, user-friendly platform for buying and selling off-road vehicles. Founders Mitch Davis and Luke Motta created Overland Exchange after facing difficulties selling their off-road vehicles. Tired of being undersold by dealerships, spammed with irrelevant offers, and needing…
Bowlus Heritage Edition Travel Trailer Evokes the Golden Age of Aviation
Ask yourself, do you have a collection of leather luggage, cocktail shakers, aviation sunglasses, and a poster of a Douglas DC-3 adorning the wall of your office, garage, or pub? Is your nickname “Indy”? If you have answered, “yes, in fact, I do,” then the Bowlus Heritage Edition Travel Trailer is tailor-made for you. This…
Buyers Guide :: Portable Shower Solutions for Overland Travel
Let’s be honest—some travelers value a regular shower more than others. We have met those who must shower daily and others who are content with a regular swim in the sea or a river. You may also have a partner who is prepared to “rough it” and explore the outdoors with you, but who draws…
Expedition Overland Premiers Nordic Series
We have all been waiting impatiently for Expedition Overland (aka X Overland) to release their latest offering, The Nordic Series. As we have come to expect from Clay Croft and his team, the series offers a compelling combination of top-tier cinematography, storytelling, and a profound sense of wonder and adventure. Clay Croft, CEO of X…
Overland News of the Week
Titus Adventure Company Announces Colorado Ski Camping Guide Using a winter-ready campervan or truck camper to ski is gaining popularity, especially for those who want to enjoy a few days on the hill without blowing their budget on lodging. Fortunately, Titus Adventure Company has developed a guide to ski camping listing overnight camp spots, hot…
The Opus Off-Road Camper is Baja Ready
For some travelers, living space is as important as mobility; one solution to this challenge is the combination of a compact, towable trailer with vast amounts of deployable, heavy-duty canvas. We recently wrote a feature of the Wedgetail Slide On Camper, and the Opus Off-Road Camper is a similar concept, with less practicality but a…
Overland Classifieds :: 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab with Cirrus Camper
While the Dodge Ram 3500 will not be turning heads any time soon, it comes with one significant advantage: the highly desirable and reliable 5.9-liter Cummins turbo diesel engine. This powerful, bulletproof engine can run on low-grade diesel, making it perfect for the long drive down to Argentina or Central America. And no, the Dodge…
The EV-Centric Aero Build Coast Trailer Brings Urban Style to the Outdoors
Many of us dream of a simpler life without sacrificing the best of the modern world. Tiny homes and minimalism promise a way of living stripped down to the essentials; less is more, or so they say. Overland travel offers much of the same allure, and we have often seriously considered a travel future based…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Conqueror UEV 440 Trailer
Many overlanders believe South African camping products are far superior to their competitors, from the canvas they use for their rooftop tents to the aluminum water tanks you find on their camping trailers. We knew it to be true when we met Jen and Jared at California’s Anza-Borrego Desert State Park with their rugged South…
Sasquatch Expedition Campers New Highland 60
There are those who suggest that off-road trailers inhibit overall off-road capability. While that certainly may be the case on the most extreme trails (bearing in mind the limits of the tow vehicle), a purpose-built off-road trailer skillfully towed should not generally curb an overland explorer’s range. Besides, a trailer comes into its own as…
27 North Reveals the Ford F150 Based 2023 RexRover
The tall 2023 RexRover looks like a 1990’s artist rendition of what campers will look like in 2035. It is refreshing to see a camper built practically and with an interior designed by someone who has more than the briefest subscription to Architectural Digest. Sleek, plush, and ever so slightly industrial, the RexRover is sure…
Overland News of the Week
Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro The sound of a gas-guzzling generator in a remote campground is enough to drive a saint crazy. We camp in the wild to experience the peace and tranquility of nature and not the humdrum of an engine. Introducing the Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro. It has a sweet purr, has…
Feature Vehicle :: This 1990 Toyota Hilux is Fit for an Icelandic Saga
Photography by Richard Giordano Those who know Torfi Birkir Jóhannsson describe him as the guy you want around when things go south. He welded a D-ring screw to a pintle hitch during an Arctic whiteout, acted as chief mechanic and logistics expert on various expeditions, and volunteers for the Slysavarnafélagið Landsbjörg, Iceland’s Search and Rescue…
Video :: XPlore RV X145 Overland Test
The Xplore RV is one of the first expedition-class trailers produced in the United States that features the optimal confluence of compact dimensions, trail capability, and live-in comforts. These attributes are all wrapped in a package that comes complete with (optional) 1,000 watts of solar, 1,080 Ah of lithium, long-travel airbag suspension, robust chassis, and -40…
Video :: Remote EV Charging Solved? We Charge a Rivian from an Overland Trailer
As a test of the XPlore RV’s capabilities, we test-charged the Rivian R1S from the 1080 Ah lithium battery bank in the X145. With 1,000 watts of solar and a 2,000-watt inverter, you can actually charge an EV (albeit slowly) while camping remotely.